Roland to preview its new Mac OSX RIP

Roland DG at the upcoming Sign & Digital UK will preview/pre-launch demonstrate its powerful new RIP and print management solution for Mac OS X operating systems. This ground breaking application will be driving the SOLJET Pro 4 XR-640 printer/cutter live on the main Roland stand throughout the three days of the show. Described as the perfect counterpart to VersaWorks, Roland’s highly successful PC-based RIP, the new program is a full 64bit Mac application that incorporates the very latest Adobe PDF Print Engine (APPE). The APPE works with native pdf files quickly and accurately throughout the entire RIP – Print – Cut process. Thereby increasing overall production speeds and eliminating problems often associated with layers and transparencies.

The exceptionally intuitive user interface boasts some of the most advanced workflow tools and colour management controls on the market. The multitasking environment allows users to RIP, print and cut to multiple devices simultaneously. Included in the new RIP software are industry standard colour libraries and comprehensive spot colour matching functionality. At no extra cost, there is also an embedded profiling module to enable operators to create custom ICC profiles that deliver consistently accurate colour reproduction whilst optimising ink consumption.